METAL : Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): METAL : Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal

Development of Control System for TU-2A CNC Machine

Ariawan Bayu Wicaksono (Politeknik Negeri Ujung Pandang)
Lewi (Politeknik Negeri Ujung Pandang)
Muh. Abdillah (Politeknik Negeri Ujung Pandang)
Nurhidayanti (Politeknik Negeri Ujung Pandang)
Ishak (Politeknik Negeri Ujung Pandang)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 May 2026

Abstract

This study aims to design and develop an electronic control system for the TU-2A CNC machine to improve its performance, simplify the programming process, and facilitate machine maintenance and repair procedures. The method used is retrofitting the EMCO TU-2A CNC machine by replacing the old electronic components with more modern and affordable components, without compromising the machine's precision. Calibration is carried out to ensure the accuracy of the machine's movement, while machine testing is conducted by machining workpieces made of teflon (PTFE) and aluminum. The results of the study indicate that after the development and maintenance, the CNC TU-2A machine showed improvements in precision and ease of use. The machine's error remains within the tolerance limit, approximately 0.01 to 0.02 mm, indicating that the calibration was successful. The conclusion of this study is that the development of the new electronic control system has made the CNC TU-2A machine more efficient and easier to maintain, making it more suitable for use in vocational education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

metal

Publisher

Subject

Automotive Engineering Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering Materials Science & Nanotechnology Mechanical Engineering

Description

METAL: Jurnal Sistem Mekanik dan Termal translated as METAL: Journal of Systems in Mechanical and Thermal is a scholarly peer-reviewed journal published by Mechanical Engineering Department of Engineering Faculty at Universitas Andalas, Padang, Indonesia. The journal focused on the mechanics and ...